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Eviation Alice vs SkyDrive SD-05
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
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Model
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Eviation Alice
SD-05 |
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Manufacturer
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Eviation Aircraft
SkyDrive Inc. (Japan) |
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Announced
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2017
2022 |
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launched
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2022
Expo 2025 (public display & demo flights) |
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Base Price
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4500000
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Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
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Aircraft Type
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Fully electric commuter aircraft
Passenger eVTOL (multicopter / flying car) |
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Length
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12.2 m
~11.5 m |
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Wingspan / Rotor Diameter
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18 m
11.3 m (including rotors) |
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Height
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3.7 m
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Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)
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7,484 kg
1,400 kg (3,100 lbs) |
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Passenger Capacity
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9
3 (1 pilot + 2 passengers) |
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Cargo Capacity
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1,100 kg (projected)
Small luggage only |
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Landing Gear Type
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Retractable tricycle gear
Fixed skids with stabilizing fins |
Power & Propulsion
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Battery Type
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Lithium-ion
Electric (chemistry not disclosed) |
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Battery Capacity
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820 kWh
|
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Solar / Hybrid Assist
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None
None (battery only) |
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Motor
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2 × MagniX magni650 electric motors
12 electric motors / 12 propellers |
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Total Power Output
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1,300 hp
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Propulsion System
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Twin pusher electric configuration
Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP) |
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transmission
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Direct-drive electric
Direct drive |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
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Cruising speed
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260 knots (482 km/h)
~100 km/h |
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Top Speed
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287 mph (462 km/h)
~100 km/h |
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Maximum Range
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250 nautical miles (463 km)
15 km (future goal: 30–40 km) |
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Endurance (Flight Time)
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1–2 hours
5–10 minutes |
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Service Ceiling (Max Altitude)
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32,000 ft
|
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Takeoff / Landing Type
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Conventional runway
VTOL |
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Noise Level (dB)
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Very low (exact dB not released)
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Flight Modes
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Standard / IFR-capable
Piloted with stability assist; remote piloting possible |
Safety & Systems
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Avionics
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Garmin G3000
|
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Flight Control
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Digital flight management with conventional control surfaces
Computer-controlled stability system |
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Safety Features
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Redundant battery systems, thermal monitoring, low-vibration electric propulsion
Redundant motors (DEP), lightweight composite structure |
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Certifications
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In progress (FAA & EASA)
Under JCAB (Japan) & FAA (US) certification process |
Interior & Comfort
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Seating Layout
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1 pilot + 9 passengers
1 pilot front, 2 passengers rear |
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Cabin Type
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Pressurized
Enclosed, panoramic windows |
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Infotainment & Displays
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Minimalist, no dedicated passenger displays
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Storage Compartments
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Forward and rear baggage compartments
Small luggage space |
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Other Features
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Large windows, quiet electric cabin
Large windows, carbon fiber/aluminum build, rooftop/vertiport use |
Capacities
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Passenger Capacity
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9
3 (1 pilot + 2 passengers) |
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Payload Capacity
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1,100 kg (projected)
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Disclaimer Note
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